Summer Special Packages in Ramoji Film City
Every summer, when schools in Telangana and Andhra Pradesh close, Ramoji Film City runs a long holiday season with extra shows, a street parade and evening lights. The film city calls it the Holiday Carnival. Most people search for it as the Ramoji summer carnival or summer special package. This guide explains what the season offers, which package fits your group, and how to plan a comfortable day in the heat.
What is the Ramoji summer Holiday Carnival
The carnival is a 46-day festival held from late April to early June. In 2026 it began on 23 April and ran until about 7 June. The 2027 dates are usually announced in March or April, so check before you plan.
During these weeks the normal studio tour gets extra events on top. The main additions are:
- Carnival parade: decorated floats, stilt walkers, costumed characters and live music move along the main avenues of the film city.
- Special stage shows: dance and music programmes are staged in the gardens and open areas through the day.
- Evening illumination: gardens, lawns and film streets are lit up after sunset. The 2026 season also had a musical glow garden.
- Games and rides: fun rides, games stalls and activity zones for children and teenagers.
The regular attractions stay open as well: the studio tour in a vintage bus, the film sets, the Baahubali set, live shows, the bird park and the children's play areas.
Summer carnival packages
Ramoji sells several carnival tickets each year. The names and what they include change from season to season, so treat the table below as a guide and confirm the details before you book.
| Package | Best for | What to expect |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday Carnival Day Tour | Families and first-time visitors on a budget | Studio tour in a non-AC vintage bus, film sets, shows, parade and the evening lights |
| Holiday Carnival Star Experience | Visitors who want comfort and less waiting | AC coach tour with a guide, priority entry to shows and a meal, plus the carnival events |
| Holiday Carnival Noon Fiesta | People who cannot start early in the morning | A later entry slot that still covers the parade and evening programme |
| Holiday Carnival Twilight Package | Couples and groups who like the night atmosphere | Afternoon and evening entry focused on the illumination and shows |
For reference, the basic carnival day ticket in 2026 was about Rs. 1,550 for an adult and Rs. 1,350 for a child, and a higher variant was about Rs. 1,650 and Rs. 1,450. Child tickets apply to kids between 33 and 54 inches in height. Smaller children usually enter free, and taller children pay the adult rate.
How to pick the right package
- Families with small children: the day tour gives the most for the money. Children enjoy the parade and the play areas more than the long bus ride.
- Elderly parents or a hot day: the Star Experience is worth the extra cost for the AC coach and the shorter queues. You can compare it in our Star Experience package guide.
- College groups and couples: a noon or twilight slot avoids the harsh morning sun and keeps you there for the best part, the lights after dark.
- Two-day plan: if you want to see everything without rushing, stay one night inside the film city. See the Ramoji Film City stay packages.
Tips for a summer day at Ramoji
- Temperatures in Hyderabad often cross 40 degrees C in May. Wear light cotton clothes, a cap and comfortable shoes.
- Carry sunscreen and sunglasses. Drink water through the day. The film city has drinking water points, and outside food is not allowed inside.
- Do the outdoor sets and gardens early, keep the indoor shows for the afternoon, and stay back for the parade and lights.
- Weekends and the first two weeks of May are the most crowded. A weekday visit means shorter lines at every show.
- Book tickets online in advance. Walk-in counters can have long queues in holiday season.
Getting there with GoldBox Holidays
The film city is on the Vijayawada highway, about 30 km from central Hyderabad. The easiest option is the GoldBox Holidays Ramoji Film City tour, which combines the entry ticket with a pickup bus from boarding points across Hyderabad and a drop back in the evening. For families, our Ramoji Film City family package guide lists more options.
Frequently asked questions
When is the Ramoji Film City summer carnival held?
It runs for about 46 days from late April to early June every year. In 2026 it started on 23 April. Dates for the next season are announced a few weeks before it starts.
Is the carnival included in the normal ticket?
During the carnival season the day tickets are sold as carnival packages, so the parade and evening events are part of the ticket you buy. Confirm the inclusions at the time of booking.
What is the child ticket rule?
Children between 33 and 54 inches in height pay the child fare. Children below 33 inches usually enter free, and those above 54 inches pay the adult fare.
Can we stay till the night illumination?
Yes. The lights and closing shows are the main attraction of the carnival, so plan to stay until the film city closes in the evening. Check the closing time for your ticket type.
